How can I update these old closets?
Sassygirl Sassygirl
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
Featured Answer
Sort by:Oldest
Comments (37)
Sassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agoRelated Discussions
how can I keep closed a closet door?
Comments (5)Drill the top frame near the latch side with a 1" forstner bit from the top to about 1/8" from going thru. Use of a positive drill stop is highly recomended. glue in a 1" dia X 1" long NC40 or better neodium magnet. At a matching location in the top of the door, drill a 1/2" X 1 1/4" deep hole. glue in a 1/2" dia X 1" long NC40 neodium magnet flush with the top of the door. MAKE SURE IT IS OPOSITE POLARITY FROM THE FRAME MAGNET. This makes a "no touch" "no show" latch that will gently pull the door closed from 1 to 2" but will have no effect on the door staying full open. The large magnet is needed because of the distance (1/8" wood + 1/8" door clearance). The Range of a magnet is roughly proportional to it's size. This same magnet would require a 50-75# pull to open the door if the magnets were touching. I just used this on a double door. The pull required to open the door is less than 5# (guesstimate). If you want stronger double up on the magnets. I wouldn't recomend larger magnets, they can get real nasty to handle....See MoreHow can I find and search old posts I've started?
Comments (3)Go into your profile. Click on "Activity" and on the left side, right under your screen avatar, will be a listing of your various Houzz/GW activity, including one that is labeled 'Posts you Started'. Clicking on that will give you a listing of every post you have initiated, although you may need to scroll for awhile to find older ones :-)...See MoreAny ideas on how to update old picture frames?
Comments (5)It really depends on your decor but I will share one technique I've used. I strip the frame of all it's finish and then paint successive coasts of different color paints. After all coats have dried and cured I use fine grade sandpaper to remove some of the paint to varying degrees. This will leave you with a multicolor finish that will often pick up any grain in the wood. Depending on the colors you use the resulting finish can either be subtle or more pronounced....See MoreHow can I can update the facade of this trilevel?
Comments (2)1) Paint the siding. 2) Paint the front door and either put in a full glass storm door or remove it. 3) Change out the wrought iron columns and railing to something else. Style would depend on your likes. 4) Landscaping. If you're interested in seeing some virtual makeovers check out my web site, Creative Visual Concepts. I can show you virtually how changes to your house could look....See MoreSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agoKendrah
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agotqtqtbw
5 years agolast modified: 5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agotedbixby
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agotedbixby
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agotqtqtbw
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years agoTrinity Builders & Design, Inc.
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl thanked Trinity Builders & Design, Inc.Kendrah
5 years agoSassygirl Sassygirl
5 years ago
Related Stories
LIFEThe Polite House: How Can I Kindly Get Party Guests to Use Coasters?
Here’s how to handle the age-old entertaining conundrum to protect your furniture — and friendships
Full StoryCLOSETSThe Cure for Houzz Envy: Closet Touches Anyone Can Do
These easy and inexpensive moves for more space and better organization are right in fashion
Full StoryHOUZZ TOURSHouzz Tour: Old World Style Gets an Airy Update
Get Design Inspiration From an Atlanta Home's Layers of Beautiful Detail
Full StoryADDITIONSWhat an Open-Plan Addition Can Do for Your Old House
Don’t resort to demolition just yet. With a little imagination, older homes can easily be adapted for modern living
Full StoryHOUZZ TOURSHouzz Tour: Updated Elegance for a 200-Year-Old Norwegian Mansion
Original details are restored to glory with a modern color palette and set off by fresh furnishings and a more open layout
Full StoryLAUNDRY ROOMSWhere Can I Hide My Laundry Area?
It’s a case of now you see it, now you don’t with these 10 clever ways of fitting in a laundry zone
Full StoryHOUZZ TOURSHouzz Tour: Century-Old Home Gets a Scandinavian Update
A hundred-year-old home of a family in New York is lovingly reworked with fresh colors and modern furniture
Full StoryCLOSETSWe Can Dream: Turn a Walk-In Closet Into a Glam Dressing Room
Steal these styling tips from luxurious spaces to turn up the glamour in your real-life closet
Full StoryTHE POLITE HOUSEThe Polite House: Can I Put a Remodel Project on Our Wedding Registry?
Find out how to ask guests for less traditional wedding gifts
Full Story
tedbixby